Paraguay
Paraguay travel guide for Britons
Britons may enter Paraguay visa‑free for up to 90 days; if you need to stay longer apply for a visa before you travel. Extendable stays or work require a visa, and a passport must be valid for at least six months.
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Key facts
- Visa‑free stay
- 90 days
- Passport validity
- 6 months
- Currency
- Guaraní (PYG, ₲)
- Plug type
- Type C (some F), 220 V 50 Hz
- Emergency numbercheck
- 911 (police); 141 ambulance in Asunción
Entry requirements for UK citizens
UK passport holders do not need a visa for tourist visits up to 90 days. The stay can be extended once for another 90 days by applying at the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones in Asunción.
If you plan to work, study or stay longer than 180 days, obtain a visa from the Paraguayan consulate before travel.
British embassy and consular help
Paraguay does not have a resident UK embassy. The British High Commission in Buenos Aires, Argentina, provides consular assistance to UK nationals in Paraguay.
Address: Av. Corrientes 1500, C1001AAB Buenos Aires, Argentina. Phone: +54 11 4340‑3000. Email: [email protected].
Typical travel costs in GBP
Accommodation: budget hostels $10‑$20 GBP per night; mid‑range hotels $40‑$80 GBP.
Meals: street food $2‑$5 GBP, restaurant $10‑$20 GBP per person.
Transport: inter‑city bus $5‑$15 GBP; domestic flights $70‑$150 GBP.
Daily budget for a comfortable trip: £50‑£80.
Flights from the UK
Main gateway: Asunción’s Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU).
Typical routing: London → São Paulo (≈11 h) → Asunción (≈2 h). Total travel time 15‑18 hours including layovers.
Electrical plugs and voltage
Paraguay uses Type C plugs (Europlug) and some Type F. Voltage is 220 V, 50 Hz. Bring a universal adapter if your devices use UK Type G.
Tipping etiquette
Restaurants: round up the bill or leave about 10 % for table service.
Taxis and guides: rounding up the fare is common but not required.
Emergency contacts
Police: 911 (nationwide).
Medical ambulance in Asunción: 141 (check local updates).
UK consular assistance: call the High Commission in Buenos Aires on +54 11 4340‑3000.
Questions people ask
Do Britons need a visa for Paraguay?
No, UK passport holders can visit visa‑free for up to 90 days. Longer stays or work require a pre‑travel visa.
How much does a trip to Paraguay cost in GBP?
A comfortable budget is £50‑£80 per day, covering mid‑range accommodation, meals, transport and modest activities.
Where is the nearest United Kingdom embassy in Paraguay?
There is no UK embassy in Paraguay; the nearest is the British High Commission in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
What plug type should I bring?
Paraguay uses Type C (and some Type F); bring a universal adapter for UK Type G plugs.
Is tipping expected in restaurants?
Around 10 % is customary in sit‑down restaurants; elsewhere tipping is optional.
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